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Demetrius Smith, LGSW
Specialties

LGBTQIA+, HIV+, Addictions, Substance Use, Life Transitions, Stress, Suicide Intervention and Prevention, Self-Exploration

Therapy Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Demetrius Smith, LGSW

Hi, I’m Demetrius. I earned my Master’s of Social Work from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and I am licensed to practice in New Jersey and Washington, DC. I work with individuals from a wide range of marginalized communities, including people who have experienced homelessness, incarceration, substance or alcohol misuse, and those living with HIV. I also support members of the LGBTQIA+ community, young adults ages 17 and older, and individuals navigating life stressors, major transitions, or moments when they simply need someone to talk to.


My approach to therapy is collaborative, engaging, and practical. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you better understand your emotions, identify what matters most to you, and take meaningful steps toward change. Clients often describe our sessions as thoughtful, motivating, and sometimes even fun, while still addressing real challenges in a grounded and honest way.


I believe therapy should feel supportive, thought-provoking, and tailored to you. My goal is for you to leave each session feeling heard, understood, and equipped with new perspectives that support growth and hope for the future. If you’re looking for a therapist who will meet you where you are and work alongside you toward positive change, I would be honored to support you.

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LOCATIONS:

 

Washington, DC

2000 P St. NW Suite 540

Washington, DC 20036

metered street parking and nearby garage

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Dupont Circle Metro Station (red line)

Maryland

4701 Sangamore Rd.

Bethesda, MD 20816

Administrative Hours

Monday-Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday: Closed

 

Therapy Appointment Hours

Monday-Friday: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday:  9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Therapeutic Links

 

Therapeutic Links Behavioral Health Services serves the online community, as well as communities in the Washington, DC and Prince George's County Maryland Regional areas, including: Dupont Circle, Logan Circle, Mount Vernon Square, Foggy Bottom - West End, Farragut North, Farragut West, Georgetown, George Washington University, Howard University, Cleveland Park, Woodley Park, Chinatown, Brookland, Tenley Town, University of the District of Columbia, Friendship Heights, Bethesda, Ivy City, Michigan Park, Bowie State University, Upper Marlboro, Largo, Capitol Heights, Bowie, Mitchellville, Lanham, Glen Arden and Glenn Dale.

 

We provide individual counseling, couples counseling, family counseling, child therapy, teen counseling, parenting guidance, help with ADD, ADHD, various traumas, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, eating disorders, school issues, substance abuse, grief and loss, as well as life skills/life coaching seminars and workshops.

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