A Black Therapist Offering Culturally Responsive Psychotherapy |  Serving Clients in Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and Washington, DC.

Licensed Professional Counselor

With over a decade of experience, Desiree Roberts is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a clinical background in Psychology, African American Studies, and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She specializes in working with trauma and OCD and brings a comprehensive understanding of the personal, cultural, relational, and systemic factors that influence mental health to her work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Desiree believes healing happens through both skill-building and meaningful connection. She integrates insight-oriented work with practical tools, helping clients better understand themselves while developing strategies to navigate daily life. Her work is grounded, thoughtful, and paced with respect for each client’s readiness and lived experience.

Outside the therapy room, Desiree values family, community, and creativity. She enjoys traveling, cooking, watching movies, and exploring food from different cultures. Her love of literature and storytelling often informs her work, as she believes stories can be powerful tools for reflection, healing, and growth.”