Roderick Wellington, MD, LCPC, LPC

Roderick Wellington, MD, LCPC, LPC, brings 25 years of clinical experience to his work with individuals and families in the District of Columbia. Licensed to practice in both the District of Columbia and Maryland, he focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate LGBTQ+ related concerns, resolve family conflicts, and heal from trauma and abuse. He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore difficult thoughts and feelings and work toward more satisfying, resilient ways of living.

Roderick emphasizes a collaborative, compassionate approach that recognizes how courage is required to begin therapy. He supports clients through each step of change and tailors care to individual needs, whether the focus is depression, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress, or issues like guilt, forgiveness, and loneliness. His credentials include MD, indicating a medical doctor, and LCPC and LPC, which are licensed counseling credentials, reflecting extensive training and experience in mental health treatment.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Therapy Options

Roderick Wellington uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the presenting concern. He often employs skills-oriented cognitive and behavioral strategies that help clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors - these approaches are especially helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, and social phobia. He also integrates trauma-informed interventions to help clients process traumatic experiences and reduce symptoms associated with trauma and abuse, including post-traumatic stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Roderick works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time as progress unfolds so clients feel supported in choosing what works for them.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals, accommodate international clients, and maintain momentum between sessions when life gets busy.