Aiyana Ma'at, LICSW
Compassionate LICSW for relationships and stress
- Anxiety and depression
- Relationship and family support
- Video phone live chat
About Aiyana Ma'at
Aiyana Ma'at is a licensed therapist practicing in the District of Columbia with 24 years of clinical experience. She holds an LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, and has supported adults, young adults, and families as they navigate anxiety, depression, relationship strain, life transitions, workplace pressures, and questions of identity and self-worth.
Her work often focuses on people who appear high functioning externally yet feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in recurring patterns. In therapy she creates a space to slow down, name what is being carried, and move from survival responses toward clearer, more intentional choices. Her style blends warmth and collaboration with practical, insight-oriented work aimed at helping clients understand patterns and learn new ways of thinking, communicating, and caring for themselves.
Aiyana draws on attachment-based approaches, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, psychodynamic perspectives, and trauma-informed principles to explore how past experiences, family dynamics, and cultural context shape present emotions and relationships. She has extensive experience with issues such as codependency, family of origin wounds, loneliness, forgiveness, and rebuilding trust after difficult experiences. Clients describe her style as compassionate, grounded, and honest, and she aims to make therapy both meaningful and growth focused for each person she sees.
Her work often focuses on people who appear high functioning externally yet feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in recurring patterns. In therapy she creates a space to slow down, name what is being carried, and move from survival responses toward clearer, more intentional choices. Her style blends warmth and collaboration with practical, insight-oriented work aimed at helping clients understand patterns and learn new ways of thinking, communicating, and caring for themselves.
Aiyana draws on attachment-based approaches, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, psychodynamic perspectives, and trauma-informed principles to explore how past experiences, family dynamics, and cultural context shape present emotions and relationships. She has extensive experience with issues such as codependency, family of origin wounds, loneliness, forgiveness, and rebuilding trust after difficult experiences. Clients describe her style as compassionate, grounded, and honest, and she aims to make therapy both meaningful and growth focused for each person she sees.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Aiyana Ma'at have?
Aiyana Ma'at has 24 years of experience.
Is Aiyana Ma'at a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LICSW credential. License details are DC LICSW LC50079727.
In which languages does Aiyana Ma'at provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Aiyana Ma'at located?
She is located in the District of Columbia.
How can I work with Aiyana Ma'at as my therapist?
Individuals can work with Aiyana Ma'at through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Aiyana Ma'at work with international clients?
Aiyana Ma'at does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Aiyana Ma'at cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Interested individuals can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with this therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions
Aiyana Ma'at integrates approaches that help clients understand patterns and build practical skills. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current connections and emotional responses, helping with abandonment, attachment issues, and relationship patterns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person s experience and emphasizes empathy and validation, supporting growth in self-esteem and identity concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve coping during life changes.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and happens collaboratively. Aiyana works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and may blend methods over time to find what fits best for the individual's circumstances.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow for flexible scheduling and sustained continuity of care. These formats make it easier for clients to engage in ongoing work from different settings and to access support that fits into busy or changing lives.