Meet Our Staff
Each of our highly trained and experienced therapists is an independent contractor affiliated with Keith Miller Counseling, LLC. There are variations between each therapist regarding fees and client-clinician policies, which you can see by clicking “read more” under each counselor’s name.
Please feel free to inquire directly with any of our therapists about their qualifications and expertise by calling the number listed below, or call to speak to our referral coordinator:
202-629-1949 ext. 0
Our staff are currently available for video or phone sessions
Keith Miller, LICSW, LCSW-C
Psychotherapist and Founder
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Availability: Online, phone, Bethesda, MD office
Call Keith directly at 202-629-1949 ext. 2
Keith Miller founded the practice in 2007 and is a licensed clinical social worker that can help you heal from symptoms related to trauma, mood regulation, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Keith works with couples and individuals and specializes in using a systematic, mindfulness-based model of therapy called Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS). IFS is an evidence-based treatment for anxiety and stress-related health issues. Keith is a Certified, Level III IFS therapist and completed advanced IFIO training (IFS for couples).
Working with Keith will help you compassionately resolve inner conflicts that keep you stuck and limit your full potential in relationships and in life. With couples, Keith sets the pace and tone of the sessions to ensure a safe setting in which you both can more easily let down defenses and become curious about how to get what you need without losing connection to each other.
Keith is a national speaker and educator on the topic of IFS, couples therapy, and mindfulness. He is the founder of Calliope Health, a ketamine-assisted therapy clinic in Bethesda, MD, and practices psychedelic-assisted therapy. He is the author of several books on personal growth and relationships, including many free webinars and courses, and Love Under Repair: How to Save Your Marriage and Survive Couples Therapy.
REQUIRED FORMS FOR NEW CLIENTS OF KEITH MILLER
Goli Bellinger, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Individual Psychotherapist and Couples Therapist.
Availability: Remote/telehealth and Dupont Circle Office
Call Goli directly at 202-629-1949 ext. 4
Goli Bellinger is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with couples and individuals experiencing relational or marital difficulties. She is particularly skilled in intervening during a crisis to stabilize major conflicts. She is a specialist in Relationship Enhancement©, a psycho-educational model that is based on empathy, validation, and structured dialogue. She has received training from several of the leading masters in the field of couples therapy and marriage education. In addition to holding a postgraduate certificate in trauma from Harvard University, she has considerable expertise in working with diverse immigrant populations and intercultural relationships. She aims to help individuals become more at ease and effective in their relationships.
REQUIRED FORMS FOR NEW CLIENTS OF GOLI BELLINGER
Ruth Berger, LCSW-C
Psychotherapist for individual and marriage/couples.
Availability: Remote/telehealth
Call Ruth directly at 202-629-1949 ext. 10
Ruth is a Licensed Clinical therapist with 18 years’ experience and specializations in
Individual (Adult) and Couples Therapy.
Ruth sees her role as helping her clients to work collaboratively on their issues, in an environment where they feel safe, understood, and supported.
Sensitive to the unique personalities, histories, current circumstances, and needs of her clients, Ruth’s treatment approach draws on a wide spectrum of therapeutic methodologies, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), The Gottman Method, IFS (Internal Family Systems), Trauma Informed Therapy, and Attachment Therapy. Since she likes to think of the therapeutic process as a partnership, Ruth is always happy to share and explain her treatment approach with clients, and welcomes their feedback.
Ruth offers flexible scheduling that includes late evening and Sunday appointments.
In addition to her MA in Social Work, Ruth holds an MA in Remedial (Special Needs) Education and an MA in Comparative Literature.
REQUIRED FORMS FOR NEW CLIENTS OF RUTH BERGER
Ann Ebhojiaye
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a passion for working with couples looking to strengthen their relationship
Availability: Remote/telehealth
Call Ann directly at 202-629-1949 ext 9
Ann Ebhojiaye is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a passion for working with couples looking to strengthen their relationship and learn how to improve their communication and connection with each other. Ann is also a certified Prepare-Enrich Facilitator which can provide guided assessments for couples seeking pre-martial counseling. Ann has experience working with couples and families of various backgrounds, ethnicities and religions, including LGBTQ+, poly, Black Jewish, Muslim, and eastern cultures.
Ann believes that although there may be struggles, each person, couple and family have positive attributes, and therefore approaches counseling from a strength-based perspective. She uses interventions that guide couples and families to express emotional thoughts more effectively and open more understanding of each other’s roles, responsibilities and needs within the family.
Ann specializes in working with individuals dealing with trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional anger, depression, and feelings of disconnection or alienation from others.
REQUIRED FORMS FOR NEW CLIENTS OF Ann (coming soon)
Dara McDowell, MS, MFT
Marriage and family therapist
Availability: Remote/telehealth
Call Dara directly at 202-629-1949 ext 15
Dara is experienced providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples, families and children and draws from knowledge of diversity issues, deep in her bones. Dara specializes in families, individuals, and providing an open space for clients to tell their story, connect the dots and get results in their life where they need it most. She’s experienced at conducting groups to help women become strong and successful in life and love. Couples and families seeking relief from distress can benefit from Dara’s ability to create a safe space for clients.
Dr. Mark Jacobsen, LICSW
Individual Psychotherapist and Couples Therapist
Availability: Online, phone and Dupont Circle Office
Call Mark directly at 202-629-1949 ext. 5
Mark Jacobsen, PhD, LICSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 24 years of experience as a mental health practitioner. He works with couples and individuals and specializes in the treatment of depression in men, recovery from alcohol and addiction, and mood-related symptoms including anxiety disorders.
Working with Mark will help you compassionately recognize and heal parts of you that aren’t functioning at their fullest potential. In couples therapy, Mark takes an active role to create a safe environment where learning and curiosity can thrive and help you improve communication and connection.
Mark is a certified Imago Relationship Therapist, and an active member of the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis.
REQUIRED FORMS FOR NEW CLIENTS OF MARK JACOBSEN
George Johnson, LICSW
Psychotherapist for Individuals and Marriage/Couples (bi-lingual, English/Spanish)
Availability: Remote/telehealth
Call George directly at 202-629-1949 ext. 13
George Johnson, LICSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with individuals and couples. His primary specialty is in relationship work, as he enjoys helping to demystify and shift negative patterns that keep you stuck in gridlock with your partner.
His 29 years of experience guides his skillful ability to help shine a light on areas where support or correction are needed. His approach is strengths-based and supportive—providing empathy, and attentiveness—with structure to help you look at what is most painful, to find healing and rejuvenation.
George is skilled at treating mood disorders including depression, anxiety, and anger issues as well as issues related to substance abuse, traumatic experiences, loss, chronic illness, relationship issues, sexuality, and identity.
REQUIRED FORMS FOR NEW CLIENTS OF GEORGE (coming soon)
Anna Richards
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner
Board Certified
Office Location: Bethesda
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with 10 years of clinical experience across the lifespan in a variety of settings. I am experienced in treating psychotic disorders, mood disorders, and substance abuse as well as extensive work in crisis stabilization. I have a special interest in treatment resistant depression, trauma related disorders, and bereavement.
My past clinical experience led to an interest in ketamine assisted psychotherapy because many of my clients seeking treatment through psychotropic medications are met with limited relief of symptoms and/or intolerable side effects. I believe in patience, persistence, and collaboration with my clients as a path forward to recovery.
What We Offer
Here are just some of the services we offer at Keith Miller & Associates Counseling
Marriage & Relationship Issues:
Want to build more trust? Improve your communication? Heal from infidelity? Want more spark in the bedroom? We are couple therapy specialists. We provide effective Washington DC Counseling & Bethesda Counseling for your marriage.
Read MorePremarital Counseling:
Create a divorce-resistant marriage! Build a stable foundation for a lifetime and make sure you have what it takes to have a successful relationship.
Read MoreAddiction:
Find support for your recovery from drug and alcohol addiction with our experienced substance abuse counselors. Is love addiction or internet addiction wrecking havoc in your relationship? Do you want relief from food addiction or emotional eating? Do you have compulsions that seem resistant to change? We can help you
Read MoreAnxiety:
Are panic, phobias and fears making your life seem smaller than it used to? We can help. Taking back life from anxiety is one of the main reasons people contact us.
Read MoreDepression:
Depression does not have to ruin your life. Managing your moods without medication is one of the most heavily researched areas of psychotherapy. Learn more about mood disorders here. DC Counseling
Read MoreAnger Management:
We can help you go beyond traditional anger management techniques by helping you get to to the core cause of the anger. Read this article – from our Washington DC Counseling & Bethesda Counseling – to get a full perspective about anger.
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