Dr. Waltrina Stancell, PsyD

Who I Am

Dr. Stancell is an independently licensed clinician in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia with over ten years of experience in mental health counseling. She specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, and provides psychological testing for ages 6 and up.

She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington DC (2019), a Master of Arts in Mental Health and Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine (2009), and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Howard University (2007). Dr. Stancell is a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor recognized by the State of Maryland DHMH Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists, authorized to supervise LGPCs.

Dr. Stancell has been part of the Ansari & Associates team since 2021. Before joining the practice, her clinical career included work as a Contract Therapist at Inceptus Psychological & Consulting Services in Alexandria, a Practicum and Internship Supervisor at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and a Program Manager overseeing adolescent outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment at Federal City Recovery Services in Washington DC.

My Approach

Dr. Stancell uses a person-centered and cognitive behavioral approach to explore thought patterns behind challenging emotions and behaviors. Dr. Stancell provides a warm, safe environment for clients to process their thoughts and feelings, working collaboratively to identify and mediate stressors, and is a strong advocate for self-care.

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