Karenna Armington, LICSW

As a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW), I, Karenna Armington, welcome you to my psychotherapy practice in the heart of Washington, D.C. Located in the Woodley Park neighborhood, my practice is conveniently situated next to the Woodley Park-Zoo-Adams Morgan Metro station.

About Me

As a chef/owner of a restaurant in San Francisco, I discovered a passion for listening to and supporting people, which led me to my second career as a psychotherapist. I earned my Master's degree in Social Work from Catholic University, where I gained valuable experience working with clients with AIDS at NIH and dual diagnosis patients at a community mental health organization. My clinical experience includes working with adults, teenagers, and children in various settings, including a therapeutic high school, a mental health group practice, and my private practice.

My Approach

My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in understanding and respecting the unique cultural and personal values each client brings to the therapeutic process. I believe that people already possess the seeds of everything they need, and that my role as a therapist is to help them restore their inner compass and find a fulfilling and meaningful path.

Services

At Armington Psychotherapy Practice, I offer a range of services to cater to individual needs, including:

• Psychotherapy for Adults: Working with adults to overcome anxiety, depression, stress, and wellness issues, as well as exploring intimacy, relationships, and connection.
• Psychotherapy for Couples: Helping couples strengthen their relationships, navigate conflicts, and improve communication.
• Psychotherapy for Families: Supporting families in improving communication, conflict resolution, and relationship dynamics.
• Psychotherapy for Children: Providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to explore emotions, build self-esteem, and develop social skills.
• Adolescent Services: Working with teenagers to address concerns, build self-awareness, and develop coping mechanisms.
• Video-Based Therapy: Offering a convenient and confidential option for remote therapy sessions.
• Clinical Supervision: Providing guidance and support for licensed therapists and counselors.

Specialties

My practice has a special focus on:

• Anxiety, Stress, Depression, and Wellness: Helping clients manage and overcome anxiety, stress, depression, and wellness issues.
• Intimacy, Relationship, Connection: Exploring and improving intimate relationships, connections, and emotional bonds.
• Somatic Experiencing - Healing from Trauma: Utilizing a trauma-sensitive approach to help clients heal from traumatic experiences.
• Anger and Its Consequences: Working with clients to understand and manage anger in a healthy and constructive way.
• LGBT Counseling: Providing a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals to explore and express their identities.
• Spirituality-Centered Therapy: Recognizing the importance of spiritual and religious beliefs in the therapeutic process.

Contact

To schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation or to learn more about my services, please call me at (202) 510-1141 or email me at Karenna@ArmingtonTherapy.com. My office is conveniently located at 2604 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 302, Washington, DC 20008.