THERAPY IN WASHINGTON DC
Online Therapy in Washington DC
Find a licensed Washington DC therapist with Octave. Sessions are online and available throughout DC.
Licensed Washington DC therapists
In-network with major carriers
Online sessions throughout DC
INSURANCE IN WASHINGTON DC
We work with Washington DC's major carriers
Clients only pay $28 per session, on average. How is this possible? Octave works with you and your insurance provider to secure the best coverage for therapy and make high-quality care accessible.Did you know?
You can also use your pre-tax funds (HSA or FSA) to pay for therapy with Octave.
Washington, DC insurance coverage
Save time and money
Know the cost of therapy before you start. Select your state and insurance provider to see your estimated out-of-pocket cost per session.
WHAT WE OFFER IN WASHINGTON DC
Online services throughout DC
Octave therapists in Washington DC offer Individual, Couples, and Family therapy. All sessions are online, so you can attend from anywhere in DC.
One-on-one care for adults, teens, and college students navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and more.
Learn MoreTherapy for partners working through communication, connection, conflict, or relationship transitions.
Learn MoreSupport for families navigating parenting challenges, family transitions, or a member working through mental health concerns.
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76% of Octave clients with clinical depression saw significant improvement within 3 months of care.
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How it works
4 steps to start therapy
Step 01
Answer a few questions
Tell us a little about yourself and what you're looking for. You'll get an idea of your cost (if any) after answering.
Step 02
Find the right therapist
Browse licensed Octave therapists or work 1:1 with our team to find a match for your needs and schedule.
Step 03
Start therapy
Schedule your sessions and build a care plan with your therapist that measures progress.
Step 04
See results
Care is grounded in measurable outcomes, with tailored techniques to support real improvement in anxiety, depression, and other concerns.
ABOUT THERAPY IN WASHINGTON DC
A clearer picture of mental health care in Washington DC
Octave therapists in Washington DC practice across the full range of evidence-based modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), psychodynamic therapy, and family systems approaches. Specialty areas include anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, OCD, couples and relationship work, parenting, perinatal and postpartum mental health, grief and loss, eating disorders, and stress and burnout.
Every Octave therapist practicing in Washington DC holds an active Washington DC license. Common credentials include LMFT, LCSW, LPC, PhD, and PsyD. Octave's clinical team reviews credentials, experience, and treatment approach before any therapist joins the platform, and clients are matched to their needs and preferences rather than to whoever is geographically closest.
All sessions in Washington DC are online, reaching clients throughout DC from anywhere with a private space and an internet connection. Octave is in-network with major insurance carriers in Washington DC, and care is available in multiple languages.
Washington DC therapy testimonials
Our success is measured by the satisfaction of the clients we serve. See what some of them have to say about their therapy experience.
Octave made it so easy to get paired with a therapist and feel confident that insurance was taken care of too. On top of that, I love my therapist. This has been a wonderful experience.
Octave Patient
It’s affordable, user-friendly and easy to be quickly matched with a therapist that matched my needs. Virtual appointments fit seamlessly into my schedule.
Octave Patient
I feel like I was paired with a therapist very knowledgeable in the areas of treatment needed. The process to find a therapist through Octave and meet with the therapist has been easy.
Octave Patient
I was so clueless about how to start therapy and nervous about the process. Octave made everything so easy that I couldn’t let myself back out.
Octave Patient
The matching service is one of the best things you offer. Great that you take insurance. Both therapists I have worked with through Octave have been wonderful.
Octave Patient
I love my therapist! They've helped me develop coping strategies and self care routines that helped me achieve my personal goals.
Octave Patient
Octave made it so easy to get paired with a therapist and feel confident that insurance was taken care of too. On top of that, I love my therapist. This has been a wonderful experience.
Octave Patient
It’s affordable, user-friendly and easy to be quickly matched with a therapist that matched my needs. Virtual appointments fit seamlessly into my schedule.
Octave Patient
I feel like I was paired with a therapist very knowledgeable in the areas of treatment needed. The process to find a therapist through Octave and meet with the therapist has been easy.
Octave Patient
I was so clueless about how to start therapy and nervous about the process. Octave made everything so easy that I couldn’t let myself back out.
Octave Patient
The matching service is one of the best things you offer. Great that you take insurance. Both therapists I have worked with through Octave have been wonderful.
Octave Patient
I love my therapist! They've helped me develop coping strategies and self care routines that helped me achieve my personal goals.
Octave Patient
COMMON QUESTIONS
Washington DC therapy FAQs
Starting therapy can feel like a lot. We're here to clear things up so you can move forward with confidence.
Use the cost estimator above to confirm your insurance is in-network with Octave, then run the intake. We'll match you with a licensed Washington DC therapist who accepts your plan and fits your needs.
You meet with your therapist over a secure video session, from anywhere in Washington DC with a private space and a stable internet connection. Sessions are the same length and structure as in-person therapy.
That depends on what you're working through. Octave therapists in Washington DC specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, OCD, couples therapy, parenting support, perinatal mental health, grief, eating disorders, and stress and burnout. Common approaches include CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, and family systems work. The intake helps narrow the match to your specific needs.
Cost depends on your insurance coverage. Octave is in-network with major carriers in Washington DC. Use the cost estimator above to see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking.
Octave's insurance coverage varies by state and by plan. The cost estimator above is the fastest way to see whether your specific plan is accepted in Washington DC.
Use the intake form on this page. You'll answer a few questions about your needs and insurance, get matched with a licensed Washington DC therapist, and book your first session.
You can switch therapists at any time at no additional cost. Finding the right fit matters more than getting it right on the first try.
CRISIS RESOURCES
Crisis resources for Washington DC.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7, free, confidential — call or text
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to reach a trained counselor, 24/7.
Text HOME to 741741
DC Access Helpline
1-888-793-4357 (1-888-7WE-HELP)
† Octave has teamed up with Evernorth Behavioral Care Group to deliver high-quality care to Cigna Healthcare, Centivo, and Evernorth members.