Kristi Taylor-Sayles, LICSW, MD, LCSW-C

Compassionate social worker for trauma and families

Stress and anxiety
Family and attachment
Trauma informed care

About Kristi Taylor-Sayles

Kristi Taylor-Sayles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in the District of Columbia and Maryland who brings a compassionate, client-focused approach to helping individuals and families navigate difficult circumstances. She has professional experience working in child welfare alongside children and their caregivers, and she concentrates on supporting people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and depression.

Kristi tailors conversations and treatment plans to the specific needs of each person, drawing on a range of clinical methods to address issues such as attachment concerns, adoption and foster care challenges, caregiver stress, and healing after trauma. She approaches each interaction with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, aiming to create a collaborative space where goals and strengths guide the work.

She holds advanced social work licensure reflected in the credentials LICSW and LCSW-C, which indicate clinical social work qualifications in the jurisdictions where she is licensed. Kristi recognizes that taking the first step toward therapy can require courage and affirms clients for beginning the process of seeking support.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressForgivenessPost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kristi Taylor-Sayles have?

Kristi Taylor-Sayles has 5 years of experience.

Is Kristi Taylor-Sayles a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: LICSW, MD, LCSW-C. License details: DC LICSW LC50079623, MD LCSW-C 24718.

In which languages does Kristi Taylor-Sayles provide therapy?

Kristi Taylor-Sayles provides therapy in English.

Where is Kristi Taylor-Sayles located?

Kristi Taylor-Sayles is located in Maryland.

How can I work with Kristi Taylor-Sayles as my therapist?

You can work with Kristi Taylor-Sayles through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kristi Taylor-Sayles work with international clients?

Kristi Taylor-Sayles does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kristi Taylor-Sayles cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy and Practical Support

Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes the importance of relationships and early caregiving patterns, helping clients understand how past attachments influence current reactions and close relationships; it can be especially useful for adoption, foster care, and attachment issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing concrete skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress through structured, goal-oriented work. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing and reducing the impact of traumatic experiences by using tailored strategies to support healing after abuse or post-traumatic stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kristi works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and personal preferences. Together they explore options and adjust the plan as progress unfolds to find the best fit.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with a licensed professional - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity when life changes occur, and access care from home or another convenient location.

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