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Laura George(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Washington DC
Anxiety-Life transitions-College & graduate student mental health-Relationships-Cultural adjustment-Career counseling-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Laura J. George is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington, D.C., who specializes in helping adults meet career, school, and relationship challenges and transitions. She hopes to form an alliance with individuals who are not just interested in meeting their objectives, but also want to enjoy and learn from the journey to their goal.

Her aim is to explore how individuals can have better relationships with themselves and others. Laura strives to meet each person's needs by exploring the roots causes of symptoms and developing strategies to address them. She offers alternative perspectives while fostering a creative space.

She received her doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania and has training in supportive, cognitive, and group therapy. She is a teaching psychoanalyst and a clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences. She has a background in international development and has worked in Central Asia and Africa. Her office is one block from the Foggy Bottom Metro Station in Washington, D.C. She is also available for remote sessions.


Message to clients

I am curious to get to know you and appreciate what makes you unique and special, in the here and now. At the same time, I believe psychotherapy involves growth and potential.

I hope that together we can explore growth, but I believe that in order to move forward you often must consider and make choices, even when your options are limited. As we consider your choices, I want you to feel that my office is a safe space to talk and explore. In this non-judgmental place, I also hope we can examine your relationship patterns and coping mechanisms, and consider whether to strengthen or modify them.


Work and Education

Private practice
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

University of Pennsylvania, Doctor of Social Work, 2003

Licensure

Washington DC: LC303293

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, and anxiety and/or depression

Relationships - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Cultural adjustment - Acclimating to a new environment; managing stress and coping with feelings of loss and separation from familiar people and places

Career counseling - Support around personal and professional growth; clarifying goals and steps to building a fulfilling career and meaningful work-life balance




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

    Laura George is accepting clients paying listed fees or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

    • Medicare

    Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


    Out-of-pocket fees

    • Individual sessions:$150 (50min)
    • Sliding scale:$115 - $150
    • Initial session:$150 (50min)

    Additional session information

    Out-of-network billing options

    This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

    • Super billing
    Payment options
    • Cash
    • Check
    • PayPal
    Session frequency

    Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

    • Weekly
    • As needed

    Book a Free Initial Consultation

    The practice will call you for a free 10min phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

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