Garden City Center
Garden City Center
Belonging & Becoming
 

Life Transition Therapy in Washington, DC, Maryland & Virginia

At Garden City Center, we help individuals navigate major life changes — whether joyful, challenging, or both — with compassion and clarity.

 
 

From career shifts and relationship changes to becoming a parent or moving to a new city, our licensed therapists provide personalized support to help you adapt, process, and move forward with confidence. We offer in-person therapy in Washington, DC and secure online sessions for clients in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

 
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Embrace Your New Journey

 

Even positive life changes can bring uncertainty, anxiety, and grief for what once was. You might feel overwhelmed by new responsibilities, isolated from your usual support system, or unsure of who you are in this new season. With the right guidance, you can navigate change with resilience, rediscover your identity, and step into your next chapter with confidence.

 
 

Why Choose Life Transition Therapy at Garden City Center?

 

Our licensed therapists have over a decade of experience helping clients in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia manage transitions such as:

  • Career changes, job loss, or retirement

  • Marriage, divorce, or separation

  • Becoming a parent or empty nesting

  • Moving to a new city or starting over

  • Loss of a person, relationship, or dream

We use evidence-based approaches to help you respond effectively to emotions, process change, and build the skills you need to thrive.

 
 
Therapists for this Specialty
Ashley Bauman
Ashley Bauman

Ph.D., LPC, NCC

Trina Leary
Trina Leary

LICSW

Pete Bauman
Pete Bauman

LGSW

 

How We Help —

In life transition therapy, you can:

  • Explore the emotional impact of your transition

  • Build coping strategies that promote stability and growth

  • Improve self-awareness and confidence in your new role or environment

  • Reduce anxiety, worry, and self-doubt

  • Identify opportunities for personal growth during change

 

All good things are wild and free.

— Henry David Thoreau

 
 

 Our Process

 Your First Steps Toward Healing After Loss

 
 

// step one //
Schedule Your Consultation

Connect with a therapist who understands the complexities of life transitions in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

// step two //
Identify Your Key Concerns

Share the details of your transition and how it’s affecting you emotionally, mentally, and physically.

 
 
 

// step three //
Create a Personalized Plan

Work with your therapist to develop coping tools and strategies tailored to your needs.

// step four //
Embrace Your New Season

Gain confidence as you adjust to your new reality
with ongoing support.

 
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Life Transition Therapy in Washington, DC, Maryland & Virginia

  • We work with clients facing a wide range of changes, including career shifts, relationship changes, relocation, and major identity changes such as becoming a parent or retiring.

  • Yes — we provide HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions for clients in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia

  • It depends on your needs and goals. Some clients benefit from short-term support, while others choose ongoing therapy for deeper adjustment and growth.

  • Any transition that impacts your well-being or identity is worth discussing in therapy — no change is too small if it’s affecting your life.

 

 Don’t see your question here? Contact us to learn more about life transition therapy at Garden City Center.

 
 
 

Start Life Transition Therapy in Washington, DC, Maryland & Virginia

You don’t have to navigate this change alone.

Schedule your consultation today.

 
 
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