Sherika Elliott, LICSW — Therapist in District of Columbia

Hi there, I'm Sherika!

It is not always easy to initiate the process of locating a therapist, so thank you for thinking about you. I am an LCSW who wants more than coping skills for you- I want you to experience real, lasting change. I specialize in helping people understand what is happening beneath the surface and how to regulate, repair, and reconnect with self.

My focus

I work with individuals who are ready to do meaningful, nervous system-level work- not just talk about the problem. You may be insightful and high-functioning, yet still feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, emotional reactivity, or relationship conflict that do not shift with insight alone. If you are ready to engage deeply, I am here to support.

My approach

My style is present, attuned, and collaborative. Therapy works best when individuals feel both deeply understood and gently guided while enforcing autonomy. Sessions are structured enough to create momentum, while still honoring each person's pace and lived experience.

My communication style

Calm, grounded, attuned, and gently directive- I am with you, I am tracking you, and I know how to guide this.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have e always been interested in how people navigate stress, relationships, and major life transitions, especially when systems or support fall short. That curiosity led me to pursue formal training in social work, where I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based practice, ethics, and systems-level thinking.

My goals for you

I start by helping client define clear, realistic and meaningful goals. I will help you notice your body and emotional cues because insight alone rarely leads to change. I want to guide you to practice new patterns in session while providing homework to reinforce skills after the session ends. I am skilled at using the right tool at the right time.

Our first session

The first session is really about getting grounded and making sure you feel comfortable. I will ask questions to better understand your history, current stressors, and what support has or has not worked in the past. You can share as much or as little as feels right- there is no pressure to tell your whole story all at once.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Spiritual

Expertise

Focus populations

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

Body Positivity

Cancer

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

HIV/AIDS

Racial Justice

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Anthem
Ascension-SmartHealth
BCBS Federal Employee Program (FEP)
Blue Cross and/or Blue Shield
Capital

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Human and Social Services, Nonprofit Administration from Walden University and a Master of Social Work from Fayetteville State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Sherika Elliott