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Dwayne Phillips-McNamee

Therapist(He/Him They/Them)
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works to provide a culturally sensitive, inclusive, equitable internal and external space for all clients regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious background, or any other factor. I work with adult individuals surrounding a variety of issues, including issues related to race and ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, and relationships. I am particularly interested in working with black adults, those in and around the LGBTQ+ community, and those navigating issues related to building and maintaining relationships.

My approach to therapy

I utilize a variety of techniques informed by Relational-Cultural Therapy such as Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, and influences of CBT/DBT and more. I am licensed to practice in Washington, DC and Virginia.

What you can expect from me

I creates a trusting and comfortable envoirnment that allows client to feel safe. Our first session will be an exploration of your past present and future.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Affirming, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Catholic University of America
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (District Of Columbia), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Virginia)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Parent Management Training (PMT), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English