Charika White LICSW

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

I am your (Soul)cial Worker – Mending hearts, one soul at a time!

Therapist in District of Columbia

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Services

  • Individual

About My Clients

Do you find yourself skeptical of what therapy can do for you or wanting to skip this part of your life to get to "the good part"? Or maybe you know you want to start living your life and not feel like you are surviving it, but don't know where to start. Whatever your reason for coming to therapy, I will embrace you and we will figure it out together! You are not on the journey of life alone and we will go through the tranches together because something phenomenal is on the other end.

My Background and Approach

I come from humble beginnings, having grown up in the Caribbean, where I was always deeply curious about the people around me and their unique experiences. This curiosity led me to a career in healthcare, where I spent 10 years working within the system before transitioning to community behavioral health for another five years. During this time, I witnessed firsthand the significant inequities faced by marginalized communities. These experiences fueled my passion to advocate for the equity and humanity that every person deserves. I offer culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care designed to uplift marginalized communities. I provide an inclusive, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC-friendly space where your identity is respected, your story is valued, and your healing is prioritized. With a deep commitment to social equity, I empower individuals to reclaim their voices and navigate life with resilience and dignity. Here, everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Life is complex, full of twists and turns—sometimes joyful, sometimes nerve-wracking, and often a mix of everything in between. I know this journey well, and I've come to see that each of us is a work in progress. Our struggles and challenges don’t define us; instead, it’s how we grow, heal, and let go of the past that shapes who we are. This love for life’s transformative moments, for the strength we find through our experiences, is what led me to social work. I believe deeply in helping people discover their true strength and potential, no matter what life has thrown their way. I’m passionate about supporting others as they live their truth and embrace their most authentic selves, unapologetically. I am dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive space for people of color and the LGBTQ+ community, where everyone can explore, heal, and thrive as they become the person they’re truly meant to be.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Attachment Theory Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trauma Therapy

Other Techniques

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment Theory
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety Attachment Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma

Other Issues

  • ADHD Therapists
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Parenting
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
LICSW, State of District of Columbia · #1033854377
Years in practice
5 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Out of Network

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $200/session

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