Dr. Tiara Carter, LPC
Licensed in Washington D.C
Dr. Tiara Carter is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 4 years of experience. She specializes in trauma-informed therapy for women and communities of color, with a focus on cultural humility, emotional safety, and empowerment. Dr. Carter’s therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing occurs when individuals feel seen, heard, and affirmed. She strives to create culturally inclusive spaces for growth, resilience, and transformation.
Dr. Carter earned her Doctorate in International Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She utilizes evidence-based approaches such as dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy to support clients.
Dr. Carter honors the complexity of her clients’ lived experiences and offers therapy as a space for healing, clarity, and connection. She works well with adults and emerging professionals seeking authenticity, emotional resilience, and a therapist who understands the intersection of race, culture, and mental health
Treatment Areas: Anxiety & Panic Disorders, Grief/Loss/Bereavement, Bipolar/Mood Disorders, Eating/Body Issues (general), Brief Solution-Focused, Coping Skills, Communication/Conflict Skills, Couples/Marital Therapy, Cultural/Ethnic/Racial Issues, Death & Dying/Terminal Illness, Depression & Depressive Disorders, Divorce/Separation Counseling, Emotional Regulation, Family/Interpersonal Issues, Gangs/Cults, Identity/Purpose, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+ Concerns (including transition), Mindfulness, Parenting Skills/Concerns, Postpartum Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Relationship Issues, School/Work/Career Issues, Self-Esteem/Self-Worth/Confidence, Self-Exploration/Personal Growth, Sexual Abuse/Sexual Trauma, Stress Management, Suicidal Ideation/Self-Harm, Trauma (sexual & non-sexual), Victims of Abuse/Assault, Women’s Issues, Solution-Focused/Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ADHD, Relationship Issues, Anger Management, Chronic Pain/Illness, OCD, postpartum Depression, Substance Abuse/Addiction
Ages Served: 18+
Virtual Sessions: DC
In-Person Sessions: N/A
Individual Therapy: Yes
Group Therapy: No
Couples Therapy: Yes
Family Therapy: Yes (18+)
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, AmeriHealth DC Medicaid, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Evernorth/Cigna, Kaiser Permanente (mid-atlantic only), Magellan EAP+Federal, MultiPlan/Claritev, Optum/Oxford/GEHA/UMR - United Medical Resources/UBH - United Behavioral Health/UHC - United HealthCare, TriCare
EAP: Yes
Available for Self Pay at a rate of $250 for initial appointment and $150 for ongoing sessions.
