Iris Barahona , LICSW

Iris Barahona is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in the District of Columbia who supports adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life changes, addictions, family and parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, and career questions. She combines compassionate listening with practical strategies to help people identify goals and move toward greater emotional and physical well-being.

Her approach emphasizes a collaborative, team-oriented process in which the therapist and client co-create a plan for growth. She helps clients uncover strengths and explore new directions, working to reduce stress, resolve inner conflicts, and shift self-defeating thoughts and unhelpful relationship patterns. Mindfulness and skill-building are used alongside talk-based work to foster resilience and a stronger sense of self.

With a decade of experience in mental health and substance use, she has supported adults through crises and addiction-related challenges while drawing on evidence-informed methods. As a LICSW, she holds a clinical social work credential that denotes advanced training and independent practice authority.

Outside of her clinical work she enjoys sewing, spending time with family and friends, and being outdoors when the weather permits. These simple pleasures help her manage stress and stay grounded as she supports others in their own journeys toward growth.