"Love does not lead to an end to difficulties, it provides us with the means to cope with our difficulties in ways that enhance our growth."
- bell hooks
What can I expect from therapy?
With a warm but direct approach I encourage a client in their personal growth and development. I utilize an integrative mix of therapeutic modalities, with a strong basis in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused, strengths based, and feminist theories. This means I tailor sessions to the individual needs of the clients.
My practice interests include:
- Depression
- Relationship Problems
- Anxiety
- Self-Esteem Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Women's Issues
- Sex & Intimacy Issues
Individual & Couples Therapy
I am interested in providing assistance to couples/individuals that are seeking sexual and gender identity growth. Areas of interest under this umbrella include working with LGBTQ people, consensually non-monogamous relationships, and I am a kink competent therapist.
Deciding to seek out relationship therapy can be big decision for any dynamic. I hope to make that journey easier to navigate by helping clients to improve communication, connection, and their sex lives.
I look forward to assisting you in development of goals for your personal and relationship growth.
Special interests and qualifications:
- Sexual Growth
- Gender Identity Growth
- LGBTQ
- Kink Competent
About Me
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and children. I am also an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist (CST). I earned my B.A. in psychology and my Master of Social Work at Southern Illinois University – Carbondale. In previous internship and work experiences, I have worked in a variety of different settings including intensive community based programs, inpatient hospitals, and outpatient services.
Professional organizations that I belong to include the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). I am licensed in DC, Virginia & Maryland.
Briana Flesch, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, CST
(she/her)
Payment & Insurance
Insurance
Self Pay / Fee for Service
No Surprises Act
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Location & Access
Washington, DC
Telehealth sessions available Monday – Friday
In-office appointments Thursdays only
Location Information
2 hr street parking on the block and surrounding blocks, 2 parking garages across the street and easily accessible from Farragut West Metro stop