I was a patient/client of Charlene's for over two years. I came to her in the midst of a bout of…read moredebilitating depression and anxiety, which I have grappled with on and off for 15 years. The impact that Charlene has had on my life is hard to capture in a Yelp review, but suffice to say it was overwhelmingly positive and informative. Not to deify her, but in the 5 years since I stopped seeing her I have not had a severe recurrence of depression or anxiety. While Charlene is certainly not the sole reason for my ongoing mental well-being, there is no doubt in my mind she has greatly enabled it. I gained such valuable perspective-- and ultimately emotional and mental resilience-- from her unwavering ability to guide me in critically examining my thoughts and actions for what they really were. Charlene enabled me to better understand, navigate and overcome my inner critic (my irrational, negative thought patterns; unattainable self-imposed rules; and co-dependent relationships). The tools, strategies, and decades of experience she brought to our sessions have resulted in healthier response patterns, which continue to be invaluable to my day-to-day experiences. Charlene's style is direct and resolute, which I particularly valued but realize may be difficult for others-- perhaps that's why the negative reviewers here unfairly label her as "harsh and cold", creating an "unsafe space" and showing favoritism to "clients she likes". In both my one-on-one and group therapy experience with her, Charlene was uncompromisingly professional. Yes, she is quirky; her cluttered office is a veritable botanical garden with all the plants everywhere; and her [well-behaved] crated dog is in the room. If you're seeking an "amenity-rich" and "comfortable" therapy experience with someone who will reassure and coddle you in their luxury office space, Charlene is not for you. However, if you're committed to change and want to work with someone who will guide, challenge and push you to do the hard work, I could not recommend Charlene more highly. Thank you, Charlene; you've made an indelibly positive impact on my life.

I saw Charlene for 6 sessions through my employer's Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and she was…read morevery helpful and caring. It was great to talk through the stress I was feeling at work and come up with strategies and goals to work on. I appreciated her insight, patience, and warm nature. I think she is a solid and reliable counselor, and I recommend her services.

Montrella was truly amazing. She helped myself and my mother in therapy. I learned a lot about…read moremyself and how to cope and deal with things that I encounter with stress, mental health, and etc. I had homework assignments which helped me and allowed me to use these in my everyday life. The meditation was helpful as I still implement it into my everyday life outside of therapy season. It helps me calm down and relax. She is personable, has empathy, and professional. She really understands her clients and cares about their well being. I high recommend her.

My disclaimer is that I am not a patient, neither have I been a patient, so this review is about…read moreprofessionalism and ease of scheduling services. I contacted the office to make an appointment. The phone was answered by the counselor herself. She advised that she would have her assistant call back for scheduling, I received no such call. A week or so later, I tried again. This time, I didn't bother after the assistant didn't call back. This may mean she's great and over-booked, or it could mean she has horrible admin skills. Either way, I'll never know...

I've been coming to Laurel Fay & Associates for nearly two years now for therapy. I have nothing…read morebut good things to say about the services I've received. I always have appointments with Jennifer, who is an awesome therapist! She has helped me work through so many different issues and I find so much comfort in knowing I can talk to her about anything that bothers me. Booking appointments is easy online too. I 100% recommend Jennifer if you're looking for someone kind and caring to help you sort through your emotions!

I'm so happy that my husband and I chose Jennifer as as our therapist. My husband and I entertained…read morethe idea of going to counseling to improve our communication and decision-making abilities for a while, but the places that we contacted were unresponsive. After hours of searching online, we found Laurel Fay & Associates and decided to reach out because of the positive reviews. We were pleasantly surprised at how helpful the assistant, Maggie, was and how quickly she got us on Jennifer's schedule for a consultation. We were confident that we wanted Jennifer as our therapist after speaking with her on the phone for our consultation. So far, we've seen Jennifer for approximately 15 sessions. I can confidently say that my husband and I have a healthier relationship because of the tools that Jennifer provided us with. This has probably been one of the best investments we've made and we thank Jennifer for that. She is highly skilled at what she does and there are many times where I walk out of the sessions impressed with her training. I highly recommend Jennifer to anyone looking for marriage and family therapy.

She is lovely and I had really hoped to work with her, but after our last appointment she never got…read moreback in touch, as we agreed, to schedule the next one. It has been over a month since our last appointment and I just hope she is ok. I understand if things come up, but she should communicate this to clients so we are not left wondering. Thank you.

In my experience, Isabel stands out as a talented and insightful therapist. Isabel's kindness,…read morehumor, intelligence and non-judgmental nature make her a great therapist. Her caring style and warm personality immediately made me feel welcome. I looked forward to seeing her because she helped me discover things about myself that allowed me to live a more balanced life. She would challenge me, and allow me to think of things in other ways, which helped me have better and more healthy perspectives on many situations. After every session I had with her I left feeling lighter and enlightened. I whole-heartedly recommend her to anyone who has concerns about themselves as individuals or their relationships.

David and the team at DC Talk Therapy are wonderful providers and I would highly recommend them. I…read moream a Dietitian in the area and refer clients to them knowing they will be in good hands. They are supportive, knowledgeable and offer many valuable services for a range of client needs.

First let me say that I was a first timer in any type of counseling or therapy. To say I was…read moreskeptical would be an understatement. But there came a time, that I decided I could no longer internalize all of the tough decisions and conflicting feelings I was faced with at this point in my life. I worked with David Sternberg, the director of DC Talk Therapy. David is a kind, calm, steady voice of reason when your mind moves at a mile a minute. I immediately felt comfortable speaking about all of the areas of my life and David is a great listener and only inserted questions and advice when it was absolutely critical to point something out. Over the course of about 7 sessions, David guided me from feeling weighed down, confused and apathetic to feeling optimistic, positive and driven. David was able to help me sort through my feelings and reactions to the influences in my life and helped to connect the dots and pinpoint the ways of thinking that were perpetuating my state of unhappiness. On an administrative note, his administrator Susan is great. When I had to cancel an appointment with very late notice, they let it slide the one time to remind me of the 24 hour cancellation policy. I find that very professional and customer focused. Parking at their Woodley Park office is easier than you might imagine. I never paid for parking because there is ample street parking during the day as long as your appointment is not during rush hour. There are plenty of meters, which I never had to use, but are there in case you can't get a free spot. I would definitely recommend David to anyone needing a mentor to help pull you through a tough time. They are considered out-of-network for many insurance providers but they were very reasonably priced for the quality of guidance I felt I received.

Disappointed. I spent time building a relationship with Dr Hayes and then tried twice to set up a…read morereoccurring appt, but no response. I've effectively been ghosted by my counselor. I kind of wish I didn't waste my time building that relationship and went to another counselor who valued their patients for a long term relationship

Second Chance Counseling Services is a private practice that offers behavior health counseling…read more(Brief Solution Focused/Cognitive Therapy), hypnotherapy, relaxation training/stress reduction with Guided Imagery, marriage counseling, nutritional counseling (works with individuals who have medical/behavioral health issues such as arthritis, cancer, colitis, fibromyalgia, headaches/migraines, eating disorders, anxiety, osteoporosis, skin problems, wellness/lifestyle, auto-immune disorders, chronic fatigue, diabetes, food allergies, depression, etc.), wellness counseling, prenatal nutrition, weight management, Substance Abuse Assessments (comprehensive alcohol and other drug use evaluations), and referral services for children/adolescents/adults/couples/families/the elderly. They accept insurance or work with you to set up a payment plan. If you're in need of a therapist or a nutritionist/dietitian in a safe and in a cozy environment, check out Second Chance Counseling. You pay at the end of your session with Sean at the front, who's very professional and answers all your questions. They even have cute parakeets in the waiting room! :D +variety of services offered!

Ms Christina is very engaging, patient, and funny She helped me reconcile with my fiancé when we…read morewere having communication problems. Christina helped me implement strategies to better communicate my feelings and better recognize stressors for my spouse. I would recommend her for Individual and couples counseling.

Christina is a knowledgable and confident counselor. She helped me sort through some heavy stuff,…read moreand she makes me laugh during the process! I would recommend her to anyone going through a rough time needing someone to talk to.

I've been very fortunate to have the opportunity to consult with Dr. Post the past several months…read moreduring a time I'm going through major life transitions emotionally and medically. Dr. Post continuously provides such a safe place for me to share all I am feeling , all my fears and uncertainties which would be hard to say out loud if not for her very nurturing , attentive and kind way of showing up for me each time we talk. Dr. Post has such a professional ,understanding and supportive style while gently guiding me that allows me to feel I'm not only heard and cared for but that I have an ally who is in my life as I navigate all I'm going through day to day . I am so grateful for Dr. Post and beyond highly recommend her for anyone seeking a wonderful psychologist to help sort out, gain fresh insights and grow through any of life's challenges .

Dr. Post worked with me for a period of about a year and in that time I found her to be kind,…read moreconsiderate, an ultimate professional and a real lifesaver in terms of helping me understand how to turn my life around. She gently guided me towards an understanding of how some of my behaviors were preventing me from having the kind of relationship I hoped to have, and in how to become more confident about my own voice. I have always looked forward to our sessions and hearing her insights - I'm so glad I found such a competent and nurturing professional.