I agree with the other reviewer, however I'm not giving them 3 weeks. After 2 phone calls on their…read moreintake day with no response I moved on to another therapist. Paradoxically they are in a business of dealing with people who are in very fragile and emotional states, and yet they turn their backs on them. I'm very surprised they were recommended to me.

It is sad that this facility, which touts itself as a center for loss and healing, has been totally…read moreunresponsive to my request for help. After 3 weeks of calls and emails, I have still not been assigned to a counselor. Were it earlier in my grieving process, I am sure that I would have been unable to continue to look further for help. As it is, I have made other arrangements, no thanks to the Wendt Center. They need to immediately revamp their intake process and reevaluate their customer service. I hate to think how many people have given up on receiving the help they really need after turning first to the Wendt Center.

Warning: My experience with The Sterling Group in March 2025 consisted of misleading claims and…read moreunprofessional conduct that borders on an ethics breach. I saw this practice's name as one of the few providers in DC of in-person group therapy which I was looking for, so I scheduled a consultation call. I was called by the leader of the group, Shelby Allen, LSGW who asked me some questions about what I am looking for, said that it sounds like I would be a great fit for the group and could benefit greatly from it, and then told me I could not join because the group was full. I was disappointed as this seemed like something to bring up before wasting my time but I was somewhat pleased that Shelby suggested I do personal therapy with her until finding a group, even though I was specifically looking for a group, that seemed like a reasonable compromise for what seemed like misleading and unprofessional communication regarding the group. During my individual intake session at the office, I was asked all the basic questions about what I was looking for and I said that if I was going to do individual instead of group, I would prefer something other than cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). She said that she and the practice typically do CBT and I responded that I had not done one-on-one talk therapy in a while and would be willing to try it out and go from there. She then encouraged me to talk about my reasons for seeking therapy, i.e. my trauma, my insecurities, and even - in her words, my "experiences with grief and losing loved ones" which she explicitly asked me to share. Towards the end of the session, she told me that she would not be able to offer me therapy because it was "not a good fit." Feeling gut-punched, I asked why it wasn't a good fit and she said because of two things I mentioned AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SESSION: That I had a preference for methods besides CBT and that I had been diagnosed with OCD. If that was the case, then it is grossly unprofessional at best and a breach of ethics at worse that she encouraged me to share some of my most sensitive and personal, private information under false pretenses. I never would have shared most of what I did with her if I had known what she knew; that we would not be working together in therapy. My experience was grossly unprofessional at best, and an ethics breach, predatory negligence at worst.

Finding The Sterling Group has honestly been a turning point for me. I had been nervous to start…read moretherapy again because past experiences felt either too clinical or like the therapist wasn't really listening. With The Sterling Group it's been the complete opposite. My sessions feel collaborative -- some days it's about untangling the big picture, other days it's about what's right in front of me, and both feel equally valuable. What I appreciate most is that I never feel rushed or judged. There's a genuine sense of care, and I've been able to open up in ways I didn't expect. Even outside of sessions, I notice myself handling stress and relationships differently, which is a huge change for me. The office itself has such a calm vibe, but it's really the people who make it feel safe.

Ok, this review is about to get REAL. I have PTSD amongst other health issues. I'm a disabled…read moreveteran and daily life is a struggle. I'm just REALLY GOOD at faking it. I've been to a number of psychologists and no one beats out Dr. Moonstarr for a number of reasons. 1) She's been there. Seriously! Ask about her personal journey. It's refreshing to have this type of relationship with a professional who actually understands what you've been through on such a personal level. Sometimes you just get tired of the BS text book responses and you need someone to be REAL with you. 2) If she hasn't experienced it, she listens with her whole soul and will do further research to understand what you've gone through. How often do you meet anyone with a PhD who tries to understand you on such a personal level you actually feel like they really care? I have been laughed at by psychologists and psychiatrists because they don't fully understand what I've been through or through why I respond the way I do. 3) She lets you lead. I get so tired of these professionals who put you in a box and they expect you to be treated like everyone else. It's infuriating and makes you feel like a number. Not Dr. Moonstarr. She lets you get out what you need to and adapts to you with each session. I believe her personal experience makes this easier for her. She has a gift. 4) She dares you to be different. She is definitely someone who understand the term DIVERSITY and she wants you to embrace every aspect of what makes you weirdly and uniquely YOU! I love this. I see professionals for help, not to be judged and for the first time I'm not being judged. It's so EMPOWERING! 5) She expands on your personal beliefs. I got so tired of professionals telling me what to think or believe. They either want to shove their personal beliefs down your throat or they have a very black and white look in life. Dr. Moonstarr will spin your personal beliefs and views on the world and implement that into your treatment. Believe in one or several gods? Fine. Believe in none? Great. More spiritual than religious? Terrific. 6) New tricks with old ideas. Other professionals tell me to breathe or count. Dr. Moonstarr implements new methods that make it easier for you to do this in the heat of the moment or smack dab in a full on panic attack. 7) She doesn't shame you and she doesn't simply validate you. I have experienced many professionals who shame me for my actions/reactions. Or they'll say they are simply there to validate me. Neither is helpful. Dr. Moonstarr, as I said above, actually understands your reactions and helps you through those moments that are personal to you. She doesn't cross any lines and she addresses you as an individual. There is so much more to add but I think this review is long enough. I may add more as time goes on. I've met with Dr. Moonstarr more than ten times and I'm actually hopeful that my treatment is FINALLY headed in the right direction. I highly recommend her especially if you're looking for someone with a unique look on life. Someone who understands positivity doesn't mean rainbows and sunshine 100% of the time - less fluff and more realness.

Wow I can't give Wit & Reason more praise. Dr. Alexis marries mindfulness and cognitive techniques…read moreto provide an extremely impactful coaching style. As a trained psychologist she is able to pull out the science behind what impacts our habits and emotional response. I have loved my experience working with her. Since working with her I have been able to reduce stress, incorporate mindfulness into my everyday life, and have a happier relationship with work and my loved ones. I highly recommend Wit & Reason to anyone who is interested in learning more about themselves and being accountable to and exploring your goals. Thank you Wit and Reason!!

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