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Betty Johnson, LPC, LCPC
I am a compassionate, solution-focused mental health professional with extensive experience working with individuals and families across a wide spectrum of needs. Committed to helping others overcome cognitive distortions, she is passionate about equipping clients with the tools to lead happier, healthier lives. With a background in both therapeutic counseling and program coordination, Betty brings a holistic approach to mental health care, integrating evidence-based practices with empathetic support for clients of all ages.
As a Mental Health Therapist, Betty offers individual, group, and family therapy with a focus on client-centered treatment plans, goal setting, and regular progress reviews. Betty provides comprehensive mental health services to K-12 students and works collaboratively with parents and school staff to ensure that students receive the care they need, utilizing interactive strategies to address emotional and psychological well-being.
Previously, Betty has held positions where she worked with children, adolescents, and families, employing a variety of therapeutic modalities, including play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. She has also been involved in school-based social-emotional learning initiatives, particularly at the elementary school level, creating curricula and providing counseling in areas such as anxiety, grief, and social skills.
Betty holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Trinity University Washington and a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland. She is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC), demonstrating her commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to high ethical standards in the field of counseling.
Approved Insurance
- Cigna-District of Columbia and Maryland
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield in Maryland and District of Columbia
- DC Medicaid-AmeriHealth, Amerigroup and MedStar
- Quest Behavioral Health in District of Columbia and Maryland
- Aetna in District of Columbia and Maryland
- Ascension (SmartHealth) in Maryland
- Carelon Behavioral Health District of Columbia and Maryland