Aiyana Ma'at, LICSW
Therapist in District of Columbia
Aiyana Ma'at is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) practicing in the District of Columbia with 24 years of experience.
- License LC50079727 · District of Columbia Expires August 2027
- NPI 1770003360 · national registry
- Experience and languages 24+ years in practice English
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About Aiyana
Aiyana Ma'at is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) practicing in the District of Columbia with 24 years of experience. She helps adults and young adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, relationship strain, or big life changes. Sessions are aimed at making things clearer and more manageable so people can move forward intentionally.
Her work blends listening with practical tools. She uses client-centered conversation to understand each person’s story.
Background and approach
She pairs that with cognitive behavioral techniques to address unhelpful thinking and attachment-based ideas to map relationship patterns. Aiyana often meets people who look fine on the outside but feel stuck inside. She helps them slow down, name what they’re carrying, and notice how past family dynamics or cultural pressures shape current reactions.
That process leads to clearer choices rather than automatic responses. Therapy with her focuses on communication, boundaries, and rebuilding trust in oneself. She addresses issues such as abandonment, codependency, forgiveness, and infidelity by combining reflection with skill building.
Mindfulness strategies are used to manage stress and improve emotional regulation. Practical concerns like workplace pressure, identity questions, and major transitions are part of the work. She supports people through divorce and separation, blended family challenges, and the ongoing impact of family of origin wounds.
The goal is steady progress you can use outside the session. Aiyana aims for a warm, honest style that balances empathy with clear direction. She helps clients set small, doable goals and practices that fit their daily lives so change feels possible and sustainable.
Credentials
- LICSW (District of Columbia)
- License LC50079727 · expires August 2027
- NPI
- 1770003360 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Aiyana lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Aiyana names
- Gottman Method
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Aiyana names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Work
Aiyana draws from several proven approaches that can be adapted to remote formats. The Gottman Method focuses on improving communication and reducing harmful patterns in relationships by teaching concrete skills for managing conflict and increasing connection. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship experiences shape adult bonds and helps people notice and change those repeating cycles. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s experience, offering acceptance and support while helping clients clarify values and goals.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will review your concerns, goals, and preferences and suggest strategies that fit your situation. Together you will try approaches, assess what helps, and adjust the plan so it matches your needs over time.
Online sessions offer practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls let you work face-to-face while saving travel time. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or be used when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for quick check-ins, practicing skills between sessions, and staying connected on days when a longer conversation isn’t possible. These options make it easier to maintain steady work toward your goals while balancing daily obligations.
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Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, infidelity, and isolation.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The approach is warm and collaborative with an emphasis on insight and practical skills. Sessions combine listening, reflection, and behavioral tools to help people change patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 24 years of experience working with adults and young adults on anxiety, relationship strain, workplace stress, and major life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) and practices in the District of Columbia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for flexible meeting options.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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