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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...
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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 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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Thriveworks Couples therapy helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy include:
Couples therapy works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular couples therapy sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
Do you and your spouse ever struggle to connect? Are you always arguing about nonsense? Is there room for improvement? If the answer is yes, to any of the above, couples counseling can help. Couples counseling at Thriveworks Washington, DC (Metro Center) is led by skilled, caring professionals. They are experts on relationships and they are ready to help you make important strides toward a happier, healthier dynamic.
If you and your partner (or spouse) no longer feel that spark, you argue constantly, or you just don’t maintain a “perfect” relationship, you may think that it’s time to call it quits. But the reality is that there are steps you can take to improve your relationship tenfold. Thriveworks Washington, DC is here to help you make these improvements and move forward together.
Your Thriveworks Washington, DC couples counselor will ask you and your partner about your needs and goals for couples counseling. Then, they will work to customize a treatment plan that’s right for you.
One benefit is that your provider can offer helpful tips and tools for building a better relationship. For example, they might offer the following tips to implement and save your relationship:
As you work to save your relationship or marriage, you must work together. If one of you feels that you’re doing most of the work then they’ll become overwhelmed. Be open to talking things through together and stay on track as you begin to make progress. Remember why you want to stay together.
If you are ready to schedule an appointment, give Thriveworks Washington, DC (Metro Station) a call at (202) 221-8410. We are ready to help you when you’re ready to get started! Most new clients meet with a provider within the week of scheduling. Plus, we offer evening and weekend sessions, and accept most major insurances.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Washington, D.C. is located in the National Press Building, near the intersection of 14th St NW and F St NW, off Pennsylvania Avenue. By the White House and close to Metro Center, the office is in an iconic 14-story historic office building. Enter through the main atrium lobby and take the golden elavator to access Suite 1170 on the 11th floor
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