- CBT and person-centered
- Focus on panic and anxiety
- Short term strategies
About Colleen
Colleen Washington is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York who helps people manage anxiety, stress, and life changes. She offers a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about panic, depression, relationship strain, and self-esteem concerns. Colleen aims to help people feel heard and more able to cope after sessions.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside a person-centered stance. That means she helps people notice thoughts and patterns that keep them stuck, and she listens closely to each person’s experience. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking, while also honoring personal values and goals.
Colleen has six years of experience working with people facing a range of struggles, including body image, social anxiety, workplace issues, and panic disorder and panic attacks. She emphasizes empathy and a relaxed atmosphere so clients can speak openly about difficult topics like guilt, isolation, or relationship changes.
In sessions she works collaboratively to identify manageable goals and small, concrete strategies to try between meetings. The work often includes practicing new ways to respond to stressful moments and building skills for everyday life.
People who prefer straightforward, compassionate conversation and skill-based tasks may find her approach helpful. Colleen encourages people to move at their own pace while exploring coping tools and clearer ways to handle anxiety and life transitions.
Approach and online therapy options that fit your life
Colleen commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and acting. CBT is often used for anxiety, panic, and mood concerns and focuses on small, practical changes to reduce distress.She also practices a person-centered approach that emphasizes listening and understanding. This style aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space so people can speak openly and shape the goals of therapy together.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Colleen will collaborate with each person to try techniques that match their needs and preferences. Together they decide which strategies and exercises feel useful and adjust the plan over time based on progress and comfort.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as by reducing travel time or allowing appointments during a lunch break. It can also let people continue care if they move within the same state. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work remotely, while keeping sessions focused on practical steps for managing panic, anxiety, and everyday stress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, depression, relationship strain, and self-esteem issues. Additional areas include body image, workplace problems, and life transitions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a person-centered approach. Sessions mix listening with skill-building and practical steps to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of experience working with people facing anxiety, mood concerns, eating-related distress, and substance use challenges.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.