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Dr. Tekeah Mason

Therapist(She, Her)
20 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a Positive Psychologist and Licensed Therapist with over 21 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families find clarity, balance, and strength. Whether you're managing stress, navigating life transitions, or seeking tools to flourish, I provide a supportive, compassionate space to guide you. Together, we’ll work on creating intentional practices that enhance your well-being, help you build resilience, and empower you to live your most authentic life.

Let’s take the next step in your growth journey—I’m here to support and cheer you on! 🌟

My approach to therapy

🌟 What It’s Like to Work With Me 🌟

My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, and tailored to YOU. 💛

✨ Collaborative and Flexible: We’ll figure things out together. Your goals and needs are at the heart of everything we do. We’ll try things, re-evaluate, and adjust as you grow and evolve—therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all!

✨ Strength-Based and Solution-Focused: You already have strengths, even if you don't always see them. Let’s identify those superpowers and use them to overcome challenges and move toward the life you want. Together, we’ll take steps that empower you to thrive.

✨ Positive Psychology Practices: We’ll lean into tools that help increase joy, resilience, and well-being—especially during tough seasons. These small, intentional practices can create BIG shifts in how you feel and show up in life.

✨ Rooted in PERMA: We’ll focus on the five pillars of well-being:

  • Positive Emotions: Let’s create more joy, peace, and gratitude.
  • Engagement: Find what excites you and immerse yourself in it.
  • Relationships: Strengthen your connections with the people who matter.
  • Meaning: Identify purpose and what lights your soul on fire.
  • Accomplishment: Celebrate your wins—no matter how big or small.

Whether you're navigating a life transition, managing stress, or seeking more peace and fulfillment, I’m here to support and empower you every step of the way. Let’s create the life you want—together. 🌻

What you can expect from me

As your therapist, I’m here to offer you a safe, supportive space to explore, grow, reflect, and heal. My goal is to help you feel empowered to face life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. Together, we’ll build strategies that fit your life—at your pace. Here’s what you can expect to take away:

✨ Empowerment: Learn to trust yourself, make decisions aligned with your values, and confidently set boundaries to protect your peace.

✨ Tools for Well-Being: Develop personalized techniques to cope with stress, manage emotions, and improve your overall mental and emotional health.

✨ Stronger Relationships: We'll work on improving communication, boundaries, deepening connections, and fostering healthier relationships with yourself and others.

✨ Clarity & Focus: Gain a better understanding of your goals, priorities, and what brings meaning and fulfillment to your life.

✨ Celebration of Growth: You’ll learn to celebrate your wins—big or small—while embracing your journey. Life will still have its ups and downs, but you'll have tools to help you bounce back and thrive.

I'm excited to walk this path with you. We’ll laugh, reflect, and work toward the life you deserve—filled with peace, joy, and purpose. 🌻

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Creative, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    20 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at Capella University, MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Pittsburgh
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical) (Maryland), LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (District Of Columbia), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Virginia)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Men's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Behavioral Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Trauma Focused CBT, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Positive Psychology, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Behavioral Activation (BA), Humanistic, Art Therapy, Brief Dynamic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    8649 Valley Drive
    Waldorf, MD 20603