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Marcelin-Flynn

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

She/her/hers

Healing Practice Counseling, INC

Takoma Park

Maryland

20912

As a psychotherapist at Healing Practice Counseling, Inc., I have built my practice around Internal Family Systems (IFS) theory, focusing on healing the various parts within each individual. IFS offers a personalized approach, creating a safe and compassionate space for therapy. My journey as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor has equipped me to support individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, attachment issues, boundaries, and coping skills, including executive functioning challenges. Using the IFS model, I help my clients connect with their inner selves, easing their judgments and inner critics. This approach allows them to address their needs and desires authentically, fostering genuine growth and accountability. While some clients initially resist this introspection, our work together helps them embrace their true selves.

Maryland

Sencer

NP-CNM

She/her

https://www.wellnessandchange.com/

Charlottesville

VA

22902

Claudia came to psychedelic therapy subsequent to completing the California Institute of Integral studies Psychedelic training program, she was in the 2020 cohort. Subsequently she became a practitioner of Compassionate Inquiry, the trauma informed work of Gabor Maté. The combination of these recent trainings is informed by her forty year history in women’s healthcare. During these years Claudia guided women through the challenges of birth as a bedside Nurse Midwife, counseled women in her practice and provided client focused, supportive gynecology care. With a deep commitment to creating a safe and accepting presence Claudia brings a belief in our own inherit ability to find our healing from within. With a supportive and caring intention, she helps guide her clients to explore their inner world through the expanded understands experienced with ketamine therapy. Together, with her clients, these understandings are integrated upon the return to normal consciousness. Healing comes from within, when the environment is safe, the time is right and the intention is clear. She lives and works in Charlottesville, Virginia. She runs a KAP clinic with her partner, Mark Farrington, NP-CNS. Claudia holds a master’s degree from Georgetown University in Nurse Midwifery, a B.S. from New York University and a B.A. from Hamilton College in film and photography. The MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies) MDMA training was included withing her Certificate program in Psychedelic Therapy from the California Institute of Integral Studies both of which she completed in 2021. Additionally she has completed specialized training in Ketamine Therapy through Rainfall Medicine.

Compassionate Inquiry

We have some flexibility on this.

Liz

Marsh

MSW, LICSW, ATR, CGP

she/her

Liz Marsh LICSW, LLC

Washington

DC

20009

I am a Clinical Social Worker, Art Therapist, and Group Psychotherapist offering Ketamine Assisted Therapy and Psychedelic Prep & Integration to individuals, couples, and groups. I work with a wonderful mix of clients who are diverse in their experiences and identities, combining relational therapy and the expressive arts to give clients the tools and space to create fulfilling lives and relationships for themselves. I strive to help each client find their personal agency through understanding the dynamics in their families of origin AND the systems in our society as a whole. In this way, I see mental healthcare as tool for social justice. I believe that therapy is a collaboration between therapist and client. It is imperative that we work together and listen to your own inner wisdom so that you can pursue the outcomes that are important to you. I promise to be open-hearted and non-judgmental, while also being an active participant in our relationship and the work. I do not provide KAP for clients who are suffering from serious depression or addiction, but I am happy to help you find a good referral for someone who does. Instead, I'm interested in working with artists, activists, people who are stuck in particular life transitions, or are looking to expand their relational approach to others.

prep and integration for other medicine work

Farrington

Masters in Psychiatric Nursing

he/him/his

The Center for Wellness and Change

Charlottesville

Virginia

22902

Mark is a Nurse Practitioner with a Master’s in Psychiatric Nursing from University of Virginia and a B.S. in Nursing from Eastern Mennonite University. During his 30-plus years of clinical practice, he has been aware of the over-reliance on psychotropic medication with serious side effects, inconsistent results, and a general absence of adequate mental health treatment. About 15 years ago, he discovered the new research using psychedelics to treat end-of-life anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and depression. He sought out training in these treatments and, in 2021, completed the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) certificate program in Psychedelic Therapy and Research, the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) MDMA therapy training program. In 2021, he completed the Polaris Insight Center’s Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy Training program.

David

Selleh

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Clinical Concentration)

He/Him

Inner Path Wellness

Baltimore

Maryland

20871

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/david-jun-selleh-rockville-md/860825

David (he/him) is a curious and compassionate psychotherapist, known for his calm and gently direct nature. He supports individuals, couples, and families in more fully connecting with self and others. David is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland, holding a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. David completed two-year training in Gestalt Therapy with the Gestalt Institute of Pittsburgh, and has additional training in working with trauma from the Gestalt Centre of UK. He is pursuing Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy postgraduate certification with Fluence. He is also continually advancing his skills through ongoing education, consultation, and his own personal work. David collaborates with clients to co-create a safe and comfortable environment where growth and healing unfold. He trusts that all people possess an inner healing wisdom, and that as people return to wholeness, they naturally discover new and meaningful choices. David’s style draws primarily from Gestalt: an experiential, relational, here-and-now-oriented, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed approach. He utilizes mindfulness, somatic/body process, role-play, enactment, dreams, parts work, and other creative experiments. He also fluidly integrates Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Psychedelic/Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, and other therapeutic frameworks, depending on client needs. David has provided psychotherapy in outpatient and intensive outpatient settings, across both the mental health and substance use domains. He has supported clients to work through and improve depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, shame, anger, relationships, obsessions/compulsions, attachment wounds, family-of-origin issues, transitional challenges, and other concerns. He has also facilitated community-based psychedelic support groups, and assisted in a variety of psychedelic art, education, harm-reduction, and advocacy projects. Beyond his interest in psychotherapy, David enjoys rock-climbing/bouldering, gloving with friends, producing short films, and embarking on video-game quests.

Out-Of-Network (Superbills available)

Sliding Scale available on limited basis

Kathryn

Rheem

Ed.D., LMFT

she/her/hers

Rheem, Clark & Associates, LLC

Fairfax

VA

22031

After experiencing the limits of "talk therapy" despite great efforts, I decided to ask myself to learn more about Ketamine since it is legal and has such a great safety profile. After trying Ketamine & Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) myself, I invested in getting trained in KAP so I could offer to clients. I'm delighted to provide KAP to couples who have been stuck (either individually or relationally) in life and/or in couple therapy. I'm comfortable providing KAP as an adjunct intervention (couple continues to work with their regular couple therapist) or providing KAP when indicated in the course of couple treatment with me.

I'm happy to collaborate on a case-by-case basis for lower income clients.

Virginia

Miller

LCSW-C

Calliope Health

Bethesda

MD

20814

No one is immune from mental illness. Rates of major depression and anxiety soared during the pandemic. My own two-year struggle to resolve my own symptoms reached a turning point after several of my own clients told me they were using ketamine treatments to accelerate the course of their own treatment. They didn’t have to tell me how it was working. I could see it plainly, like seeing night and day. Soon after, I consulted with my doctors and finished a successful course of ketamine treatment for myself. Since then, I’ve devoted myself to learning everything about the best practices for ketamine to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic illness from stress. I’m also committed to learn how ketamine fits into the larger medical renaissance of psychedelic-based treatments, since MDMA is slated to become FDA-approved in 2023, followed by psilocybin in 2024. I've been a certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist for 15 years. IFS fits like a glove with the work we do providing Ketamine Assisted Therapy. We focus on IFS in our KAP sessions to help facilitate getting to know how Protectors are trying to help, and safely exploring Exiles, which carry the most pain. I've also specialized in relationship and marriage counseling for 20 years, helping couples improve emotional connection, sexual intimacy, and become masters at conflict resolution. We regularly offer unique, one-day retreats in our Bethesda office for clinicians (medical or mental health) to have an experience with IM ketamine, in a loving and supportive group container. Once per month, on the last Tuesday of each month, we offer a Psychedelic Peer Integration Group. It's a place to get support and insight into prior psychedelic experiences and give/receive encouragement for each person on their healing journey.

General Psychiatry (medication management)

Eshkevari

PhD, CRNA, LAc, FAAN

She/Her

Avesta Ketamine and Wellness

Bethesda, McLean, Washington DC

DMV

20814

Ladan Eshkevari, PhD, CRNA, LAc, FAAN, is Co-CEO and Founder of Avesta Ketamine Wellness, which now has three locations: Washington, DC McLean, Virginia, and Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Eshkevari is a professor Emeritus at Georgetown University where she was full time faculty for 25 years, educating graduate nursing and medical students. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing with Honors from the University of Maryland and her Master of Science in nurse anesthesia from Columbia University in New York City. She earned her doctorate in physiology and biophysics from Georgetown University. She is an expert in the area of stress related depression, anxiety, anesthesia, pain management, and alternative medicine, and holds a diplomate degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. She has been published in numerous peer reviewed scientific journals and has been highlighted in several popular magazines such as National Geographic, and Time Magazine. She is a Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing, the highest honor bestowed on nurses both nationally and internationally. Dr. Eshkevari was one of the first ketamine providers in the DMV area, and many providers use her protocols after following her in her original Chevy Chase, MD office.

We are in network with the Veterans Affairs soon hope to be in-network with some providers.

Gerald

Joseph

MSW, LICSW, LCSW, ACM, PATP

He/They

The Capital Therapist

Washington

DC

20002

I'm a psychedelic psychotherapist specializing in integrating psychedelic experiences to enhance therapeutic outcomes. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to my practice. I graduated with my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of North Dakota in 2018, equipping me with a strong foundation in clinical skills and evidence-based approaches. To deepen my expertise in psychedelic-assisted therapy, I pursued specialized training at the Integrative Psychiatric Institute in Boulder, CO. This program allowed me to develop a comprehensive understanding of the therapeutic applications of psychedelics, fostering a safe and supportive environment for transformative healing experiences. In my practice, I prioritize a supportive, relational, and person-centered approach to therapy. I believe that by building a strong therapeutic alliance, individuals can feel empowered to explore their inner worlds and navigate the complexities of their experiences. My goal is to create a space where clients can feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their healing journeys. If you're seeking to tap into the healing potential of psychedelics and integrate these experiences into your personal growth or therapeutic process, I would be honored to accompany you on this transformative path. Together, we can navigate the depths of consciousness and facilitate profound healing and self-discovery.

Sliding scale based on income bracket

Smith

LPC, CST

she/her

Lisa Smith Psychotherapy

Washington

Dist Of Columbia

20008

https://smithpsychotherapy.wordpress.com/

Welcome! I'm a psychotherapist, couples counselor, and sex therapist who provides Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to individuals, couples, and groups. I also offer psychedelic harm reduction and integration. Working together, I provide an affirming, supportive environment to help you get unstuck, heal, and grow. I’m passionate about helping folks heal from trauma and anxiety, explore identities, and deepen their relationship with themselves and with others. I use a range of integrative approaches to complement KAP, including mindfulness, psychodynamic approaches, IFS (Internal Family Systems), somatic approaches, EMDR, and expressive arts therapy. I enjoy working with folks who identify as queer (in the many senses of the term!), LGBTQIA+, heterosexual, and a wide range of other identities. I'm kink- and ENM-affirmative, and work to hold a non-oppressive frame. I hold an MS in Counseling from Johns Hopkins University, and am a Licensed Professional Counselor and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I have postgraduate training in KAP and psychedelic assisted psychotherapy from the Ketamine Training Center (KAP/IFS), Polaris Insight Center (KAP), MAPS, and Horizons. Please note that I don’t provide KAP to folks who are experiencing serious depression, but I'm glad to refer you to clinicians who do specialize in this area.

Expressive Arts Therapy

Charles

Martinez

MSN, FNP-BC

He/Him

Stella

Washington

DC

20005

Charles Martinez is a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience and is the Clinic Director for Stella Center DC. We offer in-office medical treatments for mental health paired with trauma-informed integration therapy to bring dramatic healing in the window of transformation following treatment. Our protocols include medical and biopsychosocial assessments, ketamine infusions, the dual sympathetic reset (an advanced stellate ganglion block (SGB), integration therapy, and more. In his practice, he’s focused on understanding the unique needs of each client and working alongside them to achieve their individual health goals. His approach is grounded in safety, reliability, and realism, and he’s dedicated to providing unbiased, high-quality care to every client who entrusts him with their well-being.

Stellate Ganglion Injections / Dual Sympathetic Reset (SGB/DSR)

Super bills provided

However, I can waive the initial consultation fee.

Sonia

Palmieri

APRN, ANP- BC - Nurse Practitioner

she her

Tranquil heatlhcare LLC

Alexandria. Arlington

VA

22301 22201

I have been a licensed Nurse Practitioner for over 17 years, serving in both DC and Virginia. For the past five years, I have operated a private practice in Alexandria, VA, with a primary focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Over the last year and a half, I have studied under Numinus PAT program and am progressing towards the completion of the Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (PAT) certification. My specialization involves working with ketamine and ketamine assisted therapy, guided by principles such as Trauma Informed Care, Mindfulness, Harm Reduction, Connection, and Embodiment. I employ a transdiagnostic and holistic approach to Mental Health, utilizing modalities like Internal Family Systems and Somatic Inquiry and mindfullness to facilitate Ketamine therapies.

I am open to working with clients on a fair budget

McSweeney

MSW

she/her

Ellen McSweeney, LICSW

Washington

DC

20010

Hi! I’m Ellen. I'm a licensed clinical social worker and a therapist in private practice. I work with people to help integrate significant psychedelic, meditative, and spiritual experiences. Ever since I was a child, I’ve had basically three favorite things: being outside, making music and art, and having deep talks about life with people. My interest in psychedelic therapy is closely connected with my own spiritual path. A decade ago, I went on my first silent meditation retreat, and felt a powerful calling to practice as deeply as I could. Eventually, I moved to a Buddhist monastery and spent more than two years training there. Cumulatively, I've spent more than eight months in silent retreat. In my years of intensive practice, I've become familiar with a wide variety of non-ordinary states, and how these can interact with our unique personal histories to create expansion, as well as difficulty. I use somatic (body-centered), psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based approaches in my work. I'm also comfortable exploring psychedelic experience from a wide variety of philosophical, spiritual, and/or religious frameworks.

Support for the integration of adverse meditation experiences and non-ordinary states

Scott

Kreeger

LCSW

JSSA, self

Silver Spring

MD

20910

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) working with individuals. I work with adults who are coping with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, difficulties in their personal relationships, and challenges in their professional careers. I also specialize in working with men who are struggling with a variety of issues such as mid-life transitions, career issues, relationship challenges, parenting and divorce. I have begun offering Ketamine-Assisted-Psychotherapy (KAP) with clients. Ketamine can provide a way to help clients access thoughts and feelings that might be otherwise difficult to explore. These dosing sessions can be then integrated into therapy and help clients gain new insights.

MD, VA

Brad

Starring

MSW

he/him/his

The Whole You

Takoma Park

MD

20912

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) providing therapeutic services to individuals. My focus is on working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and various other emotional and relational difficulties. In order to enhance the effectiveness of therapy and assist clients in overcoming their challenges, I have recently incorporated Ketamine-Assisted-Psychotherapy (KAP) into my practice. Since the beginning of 2022, I have been utilizing Ketamine as a powerful adjunct to traditional therapy methods. This innovative approach has shown remarkable results in helping clients navigate through challenging emotional experiences, fostering heightened self-awareness, and facilitating profound healing.

Maryland

Jacobs

LPC

Brian Jacobs, LPC

McLean

Virginia

22101

I am a licensed therapist in Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland with over a decade of experience. My private practice is based out of McLean, VA. While I specialize in treating complex trauma, OCD, depression, and anxiety, I work with patients from all walks of life each experiencing their own unique challenges. I pride myself on creating a safe, collaborative, and culturally sensitive therapeutic space. My treatment approach combines the latest advances in Western neuroscience with evidence-based mindfulness practices rooted in Eastern philosophies. I primarily utilize two complementary modalities - Experiential Dynamic Therapy (EDT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) - when working with patients seeking to integrate psychedelic experiences. These are evidenced based and trauma-informed treatments that aim to address the root causes of psychological suffering rather than simply addressing the outlying symptoms. In practice, this means that we work collaboratively to identify protective parts that may have served you well in the past but are no longer helpful or are actively harming you (i.e. avoidance, substance use, perfectionism, self-criticism, obsessive thinking, passivity, workaholism, self-harm) and to allow these parts to step aside so that you can process and heal from underlying pain, losses, and trauma.

I offer reduced fees on an as needed basis.

Ed

Stern

MAN APRN PMHNP-BC

he/him

NothingBetter Health dba Queer Ear Mental Health

Washington

DC

20006

Licensed in DC, MD and VA - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner performing KAP in clinic via IM injection and prescribing oral/buccal/nasal mediations for KAP in therapists offices

DC MD and VA (NP and RN only)

Gao

Master of Social Work

He/Him

True North Therapy and Training

Bethesda

Maryland

20814

I came to psychotherapy practice as a second career, after a long legal career motivated by seeking external validation, which left me prideful, lost, and lonely. My transformative journey, to purpose, love, and connection, was enabled by psychedelics, therapy, community, and wisdom practices from stoicism and Buddhism. And it has been an absolute privilege and joy to witness and support my clients' healing and transformation with ketamine assisted psychotherapy, psychedelic harm reduction and integration therapy, evidence-based modalities, and good old human connection and love. Psychedelics made a life-transforming difference in my life and I am grateful to be able to support PATH's mission to promote the safe and effective use of these powerful medicines for all people.

Zuckerman

MSW

he/him

Don Zuckerman, MSW

Takoma Park

MD

20012

www.FocusedTherapy.com

Don Zuckerman is a therapist with 30 years of experience who has refocused his psychotherapy practice to feature the healing potential of psychedelic medicines. He received his Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy training certificate from Polaris Insight Center/Rainfall Medicine, has completed the MAPS education for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy, and is a Certified EMDR practitioner. Don has recently been circling back to his first career as a movement therapist to explore ways to enhance his clients’ ability to pay attention to their bodies during and after medicine experiences. Outside of work he enjoys a variety of consciousness-expanding activities, including Tai Chi, Qigong, sound bathing, hiking, gardening, and hanging out with his 6 year old grandson.

Morris

LCSW-C

True North Therapy & Training

Bethesda

Maryland

20912

https://truenorthact.com/

Temple Morris, LCSW-C, is a co-founder of True North Therapy and Training, a group dedicated to sharing contextual behavioral therapies with clients, practitioners, and the broader community. As a therapist, her primary modalities are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration therapy (PHRI) – models in which she provides clinical supervision and consultation. In addition to her private practice, Temple is a co-therapist at Sunstone Therapies, where she provides MDMA and psilocybin-assisted therapy to study participants with treatment-resistant PTSD and depression. Recently, she helped co-found Psychedelic Assisted Therapy and Healing (PATH) – a not for profit group working to make legal psychedelic therapy available and affordable to all – where she currently serves as board president. She also serves as co-chair of the board of the ACBS Psychedelic Special Interest Group, where she co-leads monthly ACT-informed PHRI peer consultation groups.

Compassion Focused Therpy

Joey

Nichols

MD MPH FAAFP

he/his

Canopy Family Care

Takoma Park

MD

20912

You can schedule a free introductory call with me using this link: https://www.canopyfamily.care/intro

We all get stuck sometimes. I use psychotherapy, and sometimes psychedelic medicines, to help my patients get un-stuck, so that you can be open to new experiences, engaged in your life, have more satisfying relationships, and move closer to what you want in this world. I'm a family physician by training, which means I bring a whole person perspective to my work in mental health. I think about how people function in the context of their families and communities. I also practice psychotherapy from an ACT perspective, which helps us build skills of psychological flexibility. I trained with PRATI, the Polaris Insight Center, and the University of Toronto. I started this work because of the profound healing that I experienced in my own life and in the lives of people I care about. I administer ketamine to some of my psychotherapy clients as part of our work together. For clients already working with a psychedelically informed therapist, I collaborate with you and your therapist to customize your treatment plan. And for patients who are using other psychedelic medicines already, I can help you prepare for a safe experience, learn the most from what happened, and address any problems that may have come up. I cannot make referrals to underground psychedelic services, work with people under the influence of psychedelic medicines other than ketamine, or provide psychedelic medicines that are illegal under state and federal law.

Please feel free to discuss your situation with me. I do not want cost to be barrier for working with you.

Miranda

Morris

PhD

True North Therapy and Training

Bethesda

MD

20921

I am psychologist and have been in practice for over 20 years. I have been a student of psychedelic assisted therapy for several years and currently focus on ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP), as it is both safe and legal. I also provide preparation and integration services for individuals who use psychedelics (e.g., LSD, Psilocybin Mushrooms) in conjunction with but outside of therapy (I do not serve as a guide for people who wish to use psychedelic medicines during session). I don't see ketamine or psychedelics as miracle cures, but I do believe that they can significantly enhance and accelerate the work of psychotherapy for many people.

I and others in my group practice offer reduced fee services as we are able

Elissa

Levine

MSW

A Secure Base Psychotherapy

Silver Spring

MD

20906

I am a licensed clinical social worker, trauma therapist, and supervisor working with individual adults and couples. My primary focus is working with depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I have had significant training in Psychedelic-Assisted-Therapy and have been offering Ketamine-Assisted-Psychotherapy KAP) since 2022. I have found ketamine to be an excellent “lubricant” to help deepen the effectiveness of psychotherapy for all of my clients that are a good fit for working with this medicine.

Supervision, psychedelic integration

Parts, attachment, mindfulness, somatic, relational, transpersonal, experiential therapy

Depending on need

For Social Workers and Professional Counselors in Maryland.

Bar

Lehmann

MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, QEEG-D, BCN

He, Him

Better State of Mind

Takoma Park

MD

20912

Integrated Mental Wellness is an approach combining traditional approaches to mental health such as talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, medication treatment with other modalities that together more comprehensively support wellbeing. In addition to the standard treatments, I recognize that mental wellness has many domains including relationships/community, health/diet/physical activity, creativity, meaning/spirituality. This approach addresses a whole person as a unique individual attempting to deal in their own ways with their challenges. I set myself apart from the money-driven, sterilely impersonal, antiquated medical model that a large part of our mental health system still operates by. My services include therapy, neurofeedback, Ketamine Assisted Therapy. These services can be complimentary to one another, facilitating a process of change psychologically, mentally, and physiologically. My office is also integrated within a network of collaboration with other similar minded providers.

Neurofeedback and Biofeedback

There are a certain amount of clients I take on a sliding scale based on financial limitation