Colleen Washington, LMHC

Colleen Washington is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York who brings six years of clinical experience to her work with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and shifts in life circumstances. She has extensive experience supporting people with anxiety and depressive disorders, eating disorders, and substance use concerns, and she works with clients on issues such as self-esteem, body image, panic attacks, and the emotional impacts of divorce and separation.

Colleen places a strong emphasis on building a calm, empathic space where clients can share their stories without judgment. She combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a structured, evidence-based method that helps people identify and change thought and behavior patterns - with a person-centered approach that prioritizes the individual's experience and promotes acceptance and collaboration. This blend allows her to tailor interventions to each person s needs while honoring their perspective.

Her goal is for clients to leave therapy feeling validated, empowered, and better equipped to manage daily challenges. Colleen is committed to creating a relaxed therapeutic environment where people can explore concerns about relationships, work, sexuality, pregnancy and childbirth, and life purpose, and begin practical steps toward greater well-being.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Therapy

Colleen primarily uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a practical approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and develop new behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic, and related concerns. She pairs this with a person-centered approach that emphasizes listening, empathy, and the client s own goals so that treatment reflects each individual s values and lived experience.

Finding the right method is part of the therapeutic journey. Colleen works collaboratively with clients to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time to improve fit and effectiveness.

Online therapy with Colleen offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - so people can access care from home, work, or while traveling within the permitted region. These options make scheduling easier, support consistent attendance, and allow clients to practice skills in the settings where they live and work, while receiving guidance from licensed professionals and therapists.