Dr. Timothy Fitzgerald

I am a licensed professional counselor providing therapeutic services in Washington, DC. I have a Master of Art in counseling psychology and Doctor of Education in counseling psychology. I am passionate about supporting individuals by navigating challenges related to self-esteem, grief, loss, anxiety, stress, and trauma. I am especially committed to working with clients of color who struggle to maintain a healthy sense of self amid persistent feelings of inadequacy.

I work with adolescents and adults to explore the experiences that contribute to self-defeating thoughts, helping them develop healthier, more affirming relationships with themselves, their environments, and others. My approach is centered on building trust, fostering self-awareness, and helping clients feel empowered as they work toward emotional wellness, healthier relationships, and improved quality of life.

During the first visit, clients can expect:

• A welcoming space to discuss the concerns, challenges, or goals that brought them to therapy.
• An opportunity to talk about personal history, relationships, stressors, emotional experiences, and current symptoms.
• Supportive and compassionate listening without judgment.
• Questions that help me better understand the client’s needs, strengths, coping patterns, and desired outcomes.
• A discussion about confidentiality, therapy expectations, and how the therapeutic process works.
• Collaborative goal setting to identify what the client hopes to gain from counseling.
• Exploration of coping skills, emotional wellness, and practical strategies that may support healing and personal growth.
• A pace that respects the client’s comfort level, clients are never pressured to share more than they are ready to discuss.